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1931 Typ 170 (W15)

The 1931 170 was quite advanced - its independent rear suspension set it apart from the competition. The swing axle rear design was later adopted by many other makes. The car also had central chassis lubrication and four-wheel hydraulic brakes,

It was built from 1931-1936

170 V and Diesel models (W136)

The 170 V was introduced in 1937. The model got a couple of facelifts in the course of the years. In 1952 the louvres on the side of the bonnet (hood) were replaced by two horizontal strips. The spare wheel cover was an optional extra.

170 S (W136 and W191)

The 170 S was introduced at the Hannover show in 1949. It was based on pre-war designs. The bodywork was similar to that of the 230 (W153). The 170 S was built from May 1949 to February 1955. Its all-round independent suspension gave the car an edge on the competition.

Overshadowed by the 300SL, the four-cylinder 190SL is a fine car in its own right. It was built from 1955 to 1963.

1934 Model series (W28)

The new 170 must have looked almost futuristic (compared to its predecessor, the 1931 model) when it was announced.

The 170 H was rear-engined (H stands for Heck = Rear) and was in many respects not unlike the VW Beetle. It did not sell in large numbers and was cancelled in 1939.

Ford Taunus 12M & 15M 1958-1959

Ford Taunus 17M 1957-1960

Sven from Sweden kindly pointed out that this is the 1960 model. 1960 is the only year with the special chrome moulding on the rear roof pillar and also 1957 had the "Mercury 56" type of rear light lens.

The P5 range was introduced in 1964 and comprised the 17M and 20M models. Show here is the Ford Taunus 17M P5

Ford Taunus 17M P3 1960-1964

The 1948-1951 Ford Taunus was known as the "Buckel" (similar to 'fastback')